This work examines dementia with a special focus on Alzheimer's disease. A down-to-earth, comprehensive, and compassionate resource, this guide provides guidance for anyone struggling to come to terms with a diagnosis of dementia for themselves or a loved one. Filled with practical advice on drug treatments, complementary therapies, and residential or respite care, this guide is an invaluable tool for anyone worried about the effects of ageing on the mind.

Table of Contents

List of illustrationsList of tablesPrefaceChapter 1 What is dementia?Chapter 2 Prevention of dementia IChapter 3 Prevention of dementia IIChapter 4 The symptoms and course of dementiaChapter 5 Types of dementiaChapter 6 Dementia assessmentChapter 7 Drug treatmentsChapter 8 Psychosocial treatmentsChapter 9 Families and other carersChapter 10 Community care servicesChapter 11 Residential careChapter 12 Ethical and legal issuesChapter 13 The futureAppendix 1 Australian telephone helplinesAppendix 2 WebsitesAppendix 3 Books for carersGlossaryNotesIndex

About the Author

Dr Brian Draper is an old age psychiatrist (psychogeriatrician) at the Prince of Wales Hospital in Sydney, and Conjoint Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the University of New South Wales. He has published widely on the behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia, depression in old age, and carer stress.

Reviews

"This is a comprehensive and accessible guide to Alzheimer's and other dementias for families and carers. Strongly recommended." --Professor Henry Brodaty